Childminder in Lewisham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the COVID-19 pandemic may have affected what children know and can do. She knows that identifying any gaps in children's learning will help to children to catch up in their development. n The childminder regularly assesses risks in her home. This includes removing hazards and checking that equipment is clean and in good working order. The childminder explains how she ensures that her home is safe and suitable for children. n The childminder can identify signs that children may be at risk of abuse or harm. She knows how to report her concerns to her local safeguarding partner. The childminder regularly attends training on child protection to keep her knowledge and skills up to date. n The childminder creates policies and procedure to safeguard children. This includes what action she must take in the event of an allegation being made against an adult. The childminder understands the factors that may affect her

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suitability. She knows the information which she must provide to Ofsted in the event of her suitability changing. n The childminder understands the range of knowledge and skills that young children need to learn. She knows that using children's interests to plan activities helps children to join in. n The childminder knows that planning opportunities for children to spend time in their local community is important. She understands that this helps children to learn about the world around them. n The childminder explains how she evaluates what children know and can do. She describes how she uses this information to plan suitably challenging activities. The childminder understands that this helps children to reach their developmental milestones. n The childminder understands that fostering strong relationships with parents helps children's learning. She knows that providing information to parents about what their children know and can do is important. The childminder explains how

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this helps parents to extend their children's learning at home. n The childminder is reflective of her practice. She has a support network that helps her to refresh her knowledge and skills. The childminder conducts research into continuous professional development opportunities. This helps her knowledge and skills to build over time. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to spend time outside every day. She describes how she plans opportunities for children to play in the garden and visit the local park. The childminder understands that this helps children to be physically active. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to learn about differences. This includes sharing their own experiences with others. The childminder knows that this promotes children's tolerance and respect.

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This provision meets requirements

29 March 2023 There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2622688 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10281071 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in March 2021 and lives in Bromley in the London Borough of Bromley. She provides care all year round, between 7.30am and 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process and how she plans to improve her knowledge.

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Inspection activities

29 March 2023 We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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29 March 2023 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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